An undersea cable landing station, implemented by Reliance Jio will be operational in Digha, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026.
According to Amit Mitra, principal chief advisor to chief minister and finance department, West Bengal, the cable landing station project will significantly enhance internet connectivity and data transfer capabilities in the region.
Mitra emphasised the transformative impact of this project, stating that it would facilitate numerous businesses and create a new IT backbone. The cable landing station is expected to be a game-changer for Silicon Valley and other IT projects in the state.
Further, Mitra credited the government’s continuous efforts in updating IT policies and infrastructure in the recent years for attracting such investments. According to him, West Bengal has been working to modernise its IT policies and infrastructure in recent years to pave a conducive environment in the industry.
